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Name	Newfoundland	Rough Collie	Rottweiler
Origins	Canada	Scotland	Germany
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Group	Working Dogs	Pastoral / Herding Dogs	Working Dogs
Popularity Rank	36	40	8
Reviews	2	6	11
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Blackbear Newfie The Gentle Giant Newf	English Collie Lassie Dog Long-Haired Collie Scottish Collie Collie	Rott Rottie
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Newfoundland vs Rough Collie vs Rottweiler breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Newfoundland vs Rough Collie vs Rottweiler Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Newfoundland or Rough Collie or Rottweiler? Which is the smallest dog, Newfoundland or Rough Collie or Rottweiler?	Giant	Large	Large Giant
Weight Which is heavier, Newfoundland or Rough Collie or Rough Collie? Newfoundland vs Rough Collie vs Rottweiler weight comparison:	Male: 130-150 pounds (59-68 kg), Female: 100-120 pounds (45-54 kg)	Male: 60-70 pounds (27-32 kg), Female: 53-65 pounds (24-29 kg)	Male: 95-130 pounds (43-59 kg), Female: 85-115 pounds (38-52 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Male: 140 pounds (63.5 kg), Female: 110 pounds (49.5 kg)	Male: 67.5 pounds (30.5 kg), Female: 57.5 pounds (26 kg)	Male: 112.5 pounds (51 kg), Female: 100 pounds (45 kg)
Height Which is taller, Newfoundland or Rough Collie or Rottweiler? Newfoundland vs Rough Collie vs Rottweiler height comparison:	Male: 27-29 inches (69-74 cm), Female: 25-27 inches (63-69 cm)	Male: 24–26 inch (60–66 cm), Female: 22–24 inch (55–61 cm)	Male: 24-27 inches (61-69 cm), Female: 22-25 inches (56-63 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 28 inches (71.5 cm), Female: 26 inches (66 cm)	Male: 25 inches (62.5 cm), Female: 23 inches (58.5 cm)	Male: 25.5 inches (65 cm), Female: 23.5 inches (59.5 cm)

Newfoundland vs Rough Collie vs Rottweiler Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Newfoundland or Rough Collie or Rottweiler? Which is more expensive?	$1500-$2000	$400-$600	$1200-$2000
Availability Which is easier to get, Newfoundland or Rough Collie or Rottweiler?	Very frequent: The Newfoundland is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Rough Collie is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Rottweiler is quite easy to get.

Newfoundland vs Rough Collie vs Rottweiler Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Newfoundland vs Rough Collie vs Rottweiler intelligence:	Smart: The Newfoundland dogs have great intelligence. See more.	Very smart: Rough Collie is an excellent dog breed. See more.	Outstanding: Rottweiler is one of the brightest dog breeds. See more.
Smartest Dog Breeds
Trainability Newfoundland vs Rough Collie vs Rottweiler trainability comparison.	Newfoundland dogs are easy to train. See more.	Rough Collie dogs are very easy to train. See more.	Rottweiler dogs are easy to train. See more.
Least Obedient Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Easy To Train
Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Newfoundland or Rough Collie or Rottweiler?	Newfoundland dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Rough Collie dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Rottweiler dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Newfoundland or Rough Collie or Rottweiler? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Newfoundland dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Rough Collie dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Rottweiler dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.
Guard Dog Breeds List

Newfoundland vs Rough Collie vs Rottweiler Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Newfoundland or Rough Collie or Rottweiler? Newfoundland vs Rough Collie vs Rottweiler behavior/temperament comparison:	Courageous Intelligent Loyal Gentle Social Sweet Cheerful	Protective Intelligent Friendly Responsive Docile Obedient Loyal Gentle Social Elegant Hard working Herding	Independent Protective Alert Courageous Intelligent Loyal Fearless Good-natured
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	Sensitive: Rough Collie dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Newfoundland vs Rough Collie vs Rottweiler?	Average to High: Newfoundland dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.	High: Rough Collie dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	Average: Rottweiler dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level. See more.
Most Affectionate Dog Breeds
Social Needs Newfoundland vs Rough Collie vs Rottweiler social needs comparison:	Newfoundland dogs are a social breed. See more.	Rough Collie dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Rottweiler dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	Newfoundland dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	Rough Collie dogs are not the biggest explorers. See more.	Rottweiler dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	Newfoundland dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.	Rough Collie dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.	Rottweiler dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Newfoundland vs Rough Collie vs Rottweiler Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Newfoundland vs Rough Collie vs Rottweiler playfulness comparison:	Average: Newfoundlands, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	The Rough Collie is a playful breed. See more.	Average: Rottweilers, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Newfoundland vs Rough Collie vs Rottweiler?	Low to Average: The Newfoundland rarely barks. See more.	Low to Average: The Rough Collie rarely barks. See more.	Low: The Rottweiler barks none to minimal. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Apartment Friendly Which dog is more apartment friendly Newfoundland or Rough Collie or Rottweiler?	It is not the best choice if you want to keep them indoors, however, with careful exercise and several walks a day, they will tolerate the indoor environment, so it is possible to keep Newfoundland indoors.	It is not the best choice if you want to keep them indoors, however, with careful exercise and several walks a day, they will tolerate the indoor environment, so it is possible to keep Rough Collie indoors.	It is not the best choice if you want to keep them indoors, however, with careful exercise and several walks a day, they will tolerate the indoor environment, so it is possible to keep Rottweiler indoors.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Newfoundland vs Rough Collie vs Rottweiler Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Newfoundland dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.	Rough Collie dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.	Average: Rottweiler dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Newfoundland or Rough Collie or Rottweiler?	Newfoundland dogs do best when a family member is at home during the day or if their workplace is dog-friendly so they can take the dog at work.	Rough Collie dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.	Rottweiler dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.

Newfoundland vs Rough Collie vs Rottweiler Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Newfoundland or Rough Collie or Rottweiler?	Above 400 PSI 🔼 Newfoundland bite force: The Strongest.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Rough Collie bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Rottweiler bite force: Ordinary.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force
Biting Potential Which breed of dog is most likely to bite? Biting potential comparison:	Low 🔽 The Newfoundland has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Rough Collie has a low chance of biting somebody.	High 🔼 The Rottweiler has a high chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Newfoundland vs Rough Collie vs Rottweiler mouthiness comparison:	Newfoundland dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Rough Collie dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Rottweiler dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.

Newfoundland vs Rough Collie vs Rottweiler Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Newfoundland vs Rough Collie vs Rottweiler health comparison. Which is the healthier: Newfoundland vs Rough Collie vs Rottweiler?	Very healthy dog breed.	The Rough Collie is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	The Rottweiler is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Healthiest Dog Breeds
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Newfoundland vs Rough Collie vs Rottweiler? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Newfoundland vs Rough Collie vs Rottweiler health problems comparison:	Cataracts Hip Dysplasia Cancer Hypothyroidism Bloat Epilepsy Cherry Eye Elbow Dysplasia Addison's Disease Cystinuria Subvalvular Aortic Stenosis	Hip Dysplasia Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Drug Sensitivity Collie Eye Anomaly Gray Collie Syndrome	Hip Dysplasia Allergies Hypothyroidism Bloat Elbow Dysplasia Panosteitis Aortic Stenosis Osteosarcoma Subvalvular Aortic Stenosis
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Rare The Newfoundland should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).	Average The Rough Collie should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Average The Rottweiler should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Longest Living Dog Breeds
Life Expectancy Newfoundland vs Rough Collie vs Rottweiler lifespan comparison. How long do Newfoundland, Rough Collie and Rottweiler breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	9-13 years The average lifespan of Newfoundland: 11 years	14-16 years The average lifespan of Rough Collie: 15 years	8-12 years The average lifespan of Rottweiler: 10 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Newfoundland vs Rough Collie vs Rottweiler?	Prefers cold weather The Newfoundland can adapt well to harsh weather conditions, and also can be a good mountain dog. See more.	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Rough Collie can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.	Prefers average to warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. See more.

Newfoundland vs Rough Collie vs Rottweiler Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a Newfoundland or Rough Collie or Rottweiler? Newfoundland vs Rough Collie vs Rottweiler energy level comparison:	Newfoundland dogs have an average energy level, so if you live a semi-active life, this breed can be a good choice for you.	Rough Collie dogs have an average energy level, so if you live a semi-active life, this breed can be a good choice for you.	Rottweiler dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Newfoundland vs Rough Collie vs Rottweiler exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Newfoundland or Rough Collie or Rottweiler? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Newfoundland dogs have an average exercise need.	Rough Collie dogs need quite a lot of exercise.	Rottweiler dogs have an average exercise need.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Newfoundland or Rough Collie or Rottweiler?	Newfoundland dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.	Rough Collie dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.	Rottweiler dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

Newfoundland vs Rough Collie vs Rottweiler Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Newfoundland or Rough Collie or Rottweiler?	5 to 6 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	2 to 3 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	Recommended daily amount: 4 to 10 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Newfoundland vs Rough Collie vs Rottweiler weight gain potential comparison:	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Newfoundland's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.	Average: The Rough Collie has an average risk for obesity. See more.	High: The Rottweiler breed has a strong tendency to be overweight. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity

Newfoundland vs Rough Collie vs Rottweiler Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Newfoundland vs Rough Collie vs Rottweiler coat comparison:	Fluffy Waterproof Thick	Rough Soft Thick Straight Harsh Furry	Dense
Colors What are the original Newfoundland, Rough Collie and Rottweiler color?	Black Gray White Brown	White Sable Merle Black & White & Tan Blue & Merle Blue & Merle & White Sable & White White & Merle	Black Tan Rust Mahogany
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Newfoundland or Rough Collie or Rottweiler? Newfoundland vs Rough Collie vs Rottweiler grooming comparison:	Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition. See more.	Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition. See more.	Effortless: The Rottweiler requires minimal grooming. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Newfoundland or Rough Collie or Rottweiler? Newfoundland or Rough Collie or {name3 shedding:	Newfoundland dogs are heavy shedders. See more.	Rough Collie dogs are heavy shedders. See more.	Rottweiler dogs shed moderately. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency Which dog should be bathed more: Newfoundland or Rough Collie or Rottweiler?	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.
Hypoallergenic Newfoundland vs Rough Collie vs Rottweiler hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	No See more.	No See more.	No See more.
Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds
Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Newfoundland vs Rough Collie vs Rottweiler?	High 🔼 The Newfoundland has a high chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Rough Collie has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Rottweiler has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	The Newfoundland is a big drooler, so if you're disgusted by slobber spots on your clothes, you should choose a dog from another breed. See more.	The Rough Collie is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Rottweiler drools quite a lot, so if you dislike being covered by slobber spots on your clothes, you may want to choose another dog breed. See more.

Newfoundland vs Rough Collie vs Rottweiler Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Newfoundland dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds.	Rough Collie dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds.	Rottweiler dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Newfoundland or Rough Collie or Rottweiler? Which dog is more friendly?	Newfoundland dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.	Rough Collie dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.	Rottweiler dogs are not stranger friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Are Aloof With Strangers		Dog Breeds That Are Friendly To Strangers
Child Friendly Which dog is more child/kid friendly Newfoundland or Rough Collie or Rottweiler?	Newfoundland dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Rough Collie dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Rottweiler dogs are not the most kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Newfoundland or Rough Collie or Rottweiler?	Newfoundland dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.	Rough Collie dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.	Rottweiler dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Newfoundland or Rough Collie or Rottweiler?	Newfoundland dogs are dog-friendly dogs.	Rough Collie dogs are dog-friendly dogs.	Rottweiler dogs are not dog-friendly.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Newfoundland vs Rough Collie vs Rottweiler?	Yes Newfoundland dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Rough Collie dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Rottweiler dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No Newfoundland is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Rough Collie is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Rottweiler is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	Newfoundlands are one of the best breeds for elderly people.	Rough Collies are one of the best breeds for elderly people.	Rottweilers are not the best breed for elderly people.

Newfoundland vs Rough Collie vs Rottweiler As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Which one could be a service dog?	Yes This breed makes good as a service dog. See more.	Yes This breed makes good as a service dog. See more.	Yes This breed makes good as a service dog. See more.
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Therapy Dog Which one could be a therapy dog: Newfoundland or Rough Collie or Rottweiler? Which is better for autism?	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. See more.	Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. See more.
Therapy Dog Breeds
Detection Dog or Sniffer Dog Which one could be a detection/sniffer dog?	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.	Yes After proper training, they can excel at this kind of work.	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.
Search and Rescue Dog (SAR) Which one could be a search and rescue dog?	Yes This breed would make an excellent search and rescue dog.	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.
Boat and Sailor Dog Which one could be a boat dog: Newfoundland vs Rough Collie vs Rottweiler?	Yes Newfoundland breed usually likes being on a boat. See more.	Not really Rough Collie breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Rottweiler breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.
Cart Pulling or Drafting Dog Which one could be a cart pulling or drafting dog?	Yes A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.	Yes A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.
Fighting Dog / Military Dog	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.	Yes In history, this breed was unfortunately used for combat dogs.

Newfoundland vs Rough Collie vs Rottweiler Reproducibility Comparison

Gestation Length	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.
Litter Frequency	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.
Litter Size How many puppies can Newfoundland and Rough Collie and Rottweiler have?	4-12 puppies	4-8 puppies	8-12 puppies
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Newfoundland vs Rough Collie vs Rottweiler Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1886 as a Working breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1885 as a Herding breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1931 as a Working breed.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	Recognized by FCI in the Pinscher and Schnauzer - Molossoid and Swiss Mountain and Cattledogs group, in the Molossian type section.	Recognized by FCI in the Sheepdogs and Cattledogs (except Swiss Cattledogs) group, in the Sheepdogs section.	Recognized by FCI in the Pinscher and Schnauzer - Molossoid and Swiss Mountain and Cattledogs group, in the Molossian type section.
Breed Recognition What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?	American Canine Registry American Kennel Club America's Pet Registry Canadian Kennel Club Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale Kennel Club of Great Britain North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Australian National Kennel Council Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club New Zealand Kennel Club United Kennel Club	American Canine Registry American Kennel Club America's Pet Registry Canadian Kennel Club Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale Kennel Club of Great Britain North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Australian National Kennel Council Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club New Zealand Kennel Club United Kennel Club	American Canine Registry American Kennel Club America's Pet Registry Canadian Kennel Club Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale Kennel Club of Great Britain North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Australian National Kennel Council Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club New Zealand Kennel Club United Kennel Club Colonial Rottweiler Club Deutscher Rottweiler Klub International Rottweiler Club

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